Is there a taboo against going out at night during the Winter Solstice? There are some things to pay attention to during the Winter Solstice festival!

Is there a taboo against going out at night during the winter solstice?

《1》Don't go out at night on the Winter Solstice - Ghost Festival Legend The Winter Solstice is not only one of the 24 solar terms, but also an important sacrificial festival in China. Many places have the custom of worshiping ancestors on the day of the winter solstice. The yin energy is heavier when worshiping at the graves on the winter solstice, so people usually go home early after the worship.
《2》Don't go out on the night of the Winter Solstice - Folk legend has it that when Pangu created the world, the Winter Solstice is the time when all kinds of evil appear, and the night is when the yin energy is heavier. At this time, many places believe that it is unlucky to go out on the night of the Winter Solstice.
《3》Do not go out on the night of the Winter Solstice - Weather factors The arrival of the Winter Solstice marks the arrival of the coldest period of the year, which is often the peak period for diseases and colds, so if you can go home early on the night of the Winter Solstice, you should go home early. Besides, it is definitely safer to be at home than to wander outside at night.
《4》Don't go out at night on the Winter Solstice - the days are short and the nights are long. The Winter Solstice is the day with the shortest day and the longest night in the Northern Hemisphere throughout the year. In ancient times, people did not have night markets with bright lights like we do now. It was very inconvenient for people to go out at night, so they would go home early before dark.
——There is a saying that it is not suitable to go out at night during the winter solstice. Although it is just a folk saying, the weather is cold, so even if you go out, remember to go home early.

Do's and Don'ts of Winter Solstice

=Don't insert the chopsticks upside down: Don't insert two chopsticks in the middle of the rice. This is like inserting incense in an incense burner. It is a form of worship. The other person will think that you are inviting him to share the food.
=Don’t swim: Don’t go swimming in dangerous waters. According to legend, “water ghosts” will look for someone to be their scapegoat so they can be reincarnated…
=Don't be greedy: Don't pick up money on the roadside, because the money is used to bribe the ox-headed and horse-faced people. If you infringe on their things, you will be easily taught a lesson by them. 5. Don't look back
=Don’t look back easily: When you are walking in the wilderness or a sparsely populated area, and you feel “as if” someone is calling you, don’t look back easily, because it might be that person.
=Don't stay up late: Don't stay up late. The human yang energy is at its weakest late at night, and the ghost's yin energy is at its strongest late at night. Staying up late can easily lead to the invasion of negative energy.
=Don't steal the offerings: Don't steal the offerings. These are foods that belong to someone. Using them without their consent will only bring yourself bad luck that is difficult to resolve.
=Avoid wearing these items: Avoid wearing red ropes, bells, wind chimes and other ghost-attracting items, and try to avoid going out.
Holiday taboos——
《1》 It is not suitable to get married during the winter solstice, because the ancients called the day before the spring equinox, autumnal equinox, summer solstice and winter solstice the four separation days, and separation days are unlucky days. Getting married is a big happy event, so you must choose an auspicious day.
《2》 It is not advisable to move during the winter solstice, because the winter solstice is the coldest time of the year. Moving on a cold day will destroy the prosperity of the home.
《3》 It is not advisable to have sex during the winter solstice. There is a folk saying that it is not advisable to have sex 10 days before and after the winter solstice. The ancients believed that the winter solstice is the time when the human body is weakest. If people have sex at this time, the yin and yang will be out of balance, which is very bad for their health and will also affect the reproduction of future generations.
《4》 It is not advisable to go back to your parents' home during the winter solstice. There is a folk saying that going back to your parents' home during the winter solstice is not good for your father-in-law. Many people think this is a rather feudal idea, but there are still many people who strictly follow it.